BURLINGTON — This is a group of folks you’d want to avoid at picnics.

Members of the Skagit Valley Horseshoe Club take throwing horseshoes seriously.

They compete Tuesdays from April through September at their lighted 24-court facility in Burlington.

While they are serious about pitching shoes — they host two annual tournaments — the real emphasis is on having fun.

“That’s really what it’s all about,” said Don Ebey, who along with wife Mary makes the drive from Birdsview each week to toss a few shoes. “You have to have fun. And we do.”
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